UK Labour MPs are considering making the current moratorium on digital asset donations permanent. This follows Nigel Farage's resignation amid revelations of significant crypto-related "gifts" and potential influence on his policies.
YouTuber Valkyrae voiced strong disapproval of Twitch's decision to allow streamer Nina Lin back on the platform after a series of controversies, including sexual assault allegations and a recent arrest in New York.
Monterey Park, California, became the first US city to vote on a permanent datacenter ban via ballot initiative. Early results show strong support, with 86.3% of votes favoring the prohibition, driven by resident concerns over environmental impact and utility costs.
A Chinese social media account @Yebali (Night Paris) with over 11 million followers targeting juveniles was permanently banned for forcing young female live-streamers to stay in a tank with a crocodile and hold their breath underwater. The account operated for five years before closing under pressure. The performances involved six to 10 young girl hosts apparently below age 18, breaching Chinese law forbidding minors from hosting live-streams.
